BEACON 2.0 ONLINE QUIZ -Season-01

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A device is fitted to motor vehicles to chemically reduce some gases produced by internal combustion engines like NOx, CO, and HC into less harmful products. Name this device.

Catalytic converter
2-stroke engines
Carburetor
Tail pipe

Correct Answer

A. Catalytic converter

Explanation

The device fitted to motor vehicles that chemically reduces some gases produced by internal combustion engines like NOx, CO, and HC into less harmful products is called a catalytic converter.

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3.

Solar cells are simple photovoltaic devices that convert solar energy directly into electricity and are manufactured from the second-most abundant element in the earth's crust. Name it.

Bauxite
Silicon
Calcium
Magnesium

Correct Answer

A. Silicon

Explanation

Silicon is the correct answer because solar cells are made from this element. Silicon is the second-most abundant element in the earth's crust and has the necessary properties to efficiently convert solar energy into electricity. It is a semiconductor material that can absorb photons from sunlight and release electrons, generating an electric current. This makes silicon an ideal choice for manufacturing solar cells, which play a crucial role in harnessing solar energy for electricity production.

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4.

Mithi Virdi came in News due to coming nuclear power plant to be set up in:

Odisha
West Bangal
Himachal Prasesh
Gujrat

Correct Answer

A. Gujrat

Explanation

Mithi Virdi came in the news due to the upcoming nuclear power plant that is going to be set up in Gujarat.

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5.

This power plant was set up in:

Madurai
Kanyakumari
Valparai
Kumudhi

Correct Answer

A. Kumudhi

6.

What is the capacity of the world's largest power plant?

648 KW
576KW
648MW
576MW

Correct Answer

A. 648MW

Explanation

The correct answer is 648MW. This is the capacity of the world's largest power plant. The unit MW stands for megawatts, which is a measure of power. Power plants generate electricity, and their capacity refers to the maximum amount of power they can produce. In this case, the world's largest power plant has a capacity of 648 megawatts, making it capable of generating a significant amount of electricity.

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7.

Plastic was once hailed as the wonder material but is now becoming a serious environmental and health problem due to its non-biodegradable nature. Burning of plastics, especially PVC, releases the following harmful gas into the atmosphere.

Dioxins
Le
O
Pl

Correct Answer

A. Dioxins

Explanation

Plastics, including PVC, when burned release harmful gases called dioxins into the atmosphere. Dioxins are highly toxic and can have serious health and environmental impacts. They are persistent in nature and can accumulate in the food chain, posing a risk to human and animal health. Therefore, the burning of plastics, especially PVC, contributes to the growing environmental and health problems associated with plastic waste.

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8.

Large amounts of solar energy is stored in the oceans and seas. The process of harnessing this energy is called:

OTEC (ocean thermal energy conversion)
OTC (ocean thermal conversion)
OSTEC (ocean and sea thermal energy conversion)
OTEC(Ocean technology of energy conversion)

Correct Answer

A. OTEC (ocean thermal energy conversion)

Explanation

OTEC stands for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion, which is the process of harnessing the large amounts of solar energy stored in the oceans and seas. This technology converts the temperature difference between the warm surface water and the cold deep water into usable energy. Therefore, OTEC is the correct answer as it accurately describes the process of harnessing solar energy from the oceans and seas.

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9.

The nodal agency for coordinating the energy conservation activities under EC act in India is:

Bureau of Indian standards
Bureau of Energy Efficiency
Bureau of Energy Education
Bureau of Energy and Environment

Correct Answer

A. Bureau of Energy Efficiency

Explanation

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency is the correct answer because it is the nodal agency responsible for coordinating energy conservation activities in India under the Energy Conservation Act. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency works towards promoting energy efficiency and conservation in various sectors such as industry, buildings, and appliances. It develops and implements energy efficiency policies and programs, sets energy efficiency standards, and provides technical assistance and capacity building to promote energy conservation practices in the country.

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10.

The state's and citizens' responsibilities for environmental protection is enshrined in the Constitution of India in the following two articles:

38G and 58A
55B and 51D
48A and 51G
59B and 12D

Correct Answer

A. 48A and 51G

Explanation

The correct answer is 48A and 51G. These two articles in the Constitution of India outline the responsibilities of both the state and citizens for environmental protection. Article 48A states that the state shall endeavor to protect and improve the environment and safeguard the forests and wildlife of the country. Article 51G states that it shall be the duty of every citizen of India to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife. These articles highlight the importance of environmental protection and the shared responsibility of the state and citizens in achieving this goal.

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11.

.………………..of power consumed by Incandescent Bulbs gets wasted in the form of heat.

60%
75%
85%
50%

Correct Answer

A. 85%

Explanation

Incandescent bulbs are known to be highly inefficient in converting electricity into light. They produce a significant amount of heat as a byproduct of their operation. This heat generation is a result of the inefficiency of the bulbs in converting electrical energy into light energy. Therefore, it can be inferred that a large percentage of power consumed by incandescent bulbs gets wasted in the form of heat. The correct answer, 85%, reflects this high level of wastage.

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12.

Which one is not in National Action Plan on Climate Change?

National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture
National Mission on Sustainable Habitat
National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency
National Mission for Energy Conservation

Correct Answer

A. National Mission for Energy Conservation

Explanation

The correct answer is National Mission for Energy Conservation. This is because the National Action Plan on Climate Change includes various missions aimed at addressing climate change and promoting sustainable development. These include the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture, which focuses on improving agricultural practices to make them more climate-resilient, and the National Mission on Sustainable Habitat, which aims to promote sustainable urban development. The National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency is also part of the plan and focuses on improving energy efficiency in various sectors. However, there is no specific mission called National Mission for Energy Conservation mentioned in the options.

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13.

A much cheaper and lighter fuel extracted from crude oil is used to adulterate petrol in the ratio 3:1 (adulterant : petrol). It causes damage to the vehicle engine, besides leading to high emission levels. Name this common adulterant of petrol that most easily escapes detection.

Diesel
Kerosene
Naphtha
Mobile oil

Correct Answer

A. Naphtha

Explanation

Naphtha is a much cheaper and lighter fuel extracted from crude oil. It is commonly used to adulterate petrol in a ratio of 3:1 (adulterant : petrol). This adulteration can cause damage to the vehicle engine and also leads to high emission levels. Naphtha is the common adulterant of petrol that most easily escapes detection.

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14.

Which combination figure is incorrect regarding energy Capacity installed in India?

Coal & Renewable energy source
Nuclear& Oil
Renewable energy source& Nuclear
Hydroelectricity & Gas

Correct Answer

A. Hydroelectricity & Gas

Explanation

The combination figure that is incorrect regarding energy capacity installed in India is "Hydroelectricity & Gas." This is because hydroelectricity and gas are both considered as renewable energy sources and not as separate categories.

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15.

Which of these countries has the highest per capita carbon dioxide emission?

United States
Australia
Saudi Arabia
China

Correct Answer

A. Australia

Explanation

Australia has the highest per capita carbon dioxide emission among the given countries. This means that on average, each person in Australia produces a higher amount of carbon dioxide compared to the other countries listed.

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Beacon 2.0 Online Quiz -season-01

Biogas is a methane-rich gas formed by fermentation of animal dung, human sewage and crop residue. The advantage(s) of biogas is/are:

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A device is fitted to motor vehicles to chemically reduce some gases produced by internal combustion engines like NOx, CO, and HC into less harmful products. Name this device.

Solar cells are simple photovoltaic devices that convert solar energy directly into electricity and are manufactured from the second-most abundant element in the earth's crust. Name it.

Mithi Virdi came in News due to coming nuclear power plant to be set up in:

This power plant was set up in:

What is the capacity of the world's largest power plant?

Plastic was once hailed as the wonder material but is now becoming a serious environmental and health problem due to its non-biodegradable nature. Burning of plastics, especially PVC, releases the following harmful gas into the atmosphere.

Large amounts of solar energy is stored in the oceans and seas. The process of harnessing this energy is called:

The nodal agency for coordinating the energy conservation activities under EC act in India is:

The state's and citizens' responsibilities for environmental protection is enshrined in the Constitution of India in the following two articles:

.………………..of power consumed by Incandescent Bulbs gets wasted in the form of heat.

Which one is not in National Action Plan on Climate Change?

A much cheaper and lighter fuel extracted from crude oil is used to adulterate petrol in the ratio 3:1 (adulterant : petrol). It causes damage to the vehicle engine, besides leading to high emission levels. Name this common adulterant of petrol that most easily escapes detection.

Which combination figure is incorrect regarding energy Capacity installed in India?

Which of these countries has the highest per capita carbon dioxide emission?